Tennessee Volunteers fans pay incredible tribute to Dolly Parton during season opener

The Tennessee Volunteers football team honored the late Dolly Parton during their season opener against the Furman Paladins. Players’ helmets featured an orange butterfly decal with her name, and the entire stadium sang her hit song “I Will Always Love You” in unison. During the fourth quarter, the team played Parton’s “My Tennessee Mountain Home” instead of their usual song, signifying a new tradition.

• Tennessee Volunteers football team honored Dolly Parton during their season opener.
• Players wore special orange butterfly decals with Parton’s name on their helmets.
• 102,000 fans in Neyland Stadium sang Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You” together.
• The team played “My Tennessee Mountain Home” during the fourth quarter, replacing the usual Morgan Wallen song.
• Head coach Josh Heupel spoke about Parton’s impact and pride in her roots.